In a major shift in Kenya’s media industry, Olive Burrows is set to join Citizen TV, taking over the position previously held by Victoria Rubadiri, who has moved to CNN as an African correspondent.
Burrows, a well-known journalist, has been a key figure at NTV since 2018, following her career at Capital FM. She has become a household name, anchoring the morning show “AM Live” and presenting prime-time news. Her clear delivery and engaging style have made her a favorite among viewers.
Victoria Rubadiri’s departure from Citizen TV ends a remarkable six-year tenure. Rubadiri built a stellar reputation, earning the Komla Dumor Award, which included a brief stint at the BBC in London. Her move to CNN has been met with pride and sadness from her colleagues, as they celebrate her achievements and wish her well on her new journey.
Citizen TV’s decision to bring Burrows on board from NTV highlights their commitment to maintaining top-notch journalism and strong viewership. Burrows is expected to seamlessly step into Rubadiri’s role, bringing her professionalism and warmth to Citizen TV’s audience. This move is part of Citizen TV’s broader strategy to recruit top talent from competitors, ensuring they remain leaders in the Kenyan media scene.
Stephen Letoo, a reporter at Citizen TV, welcomed Burrows warmly on social media, expressing the team’s excitement about her joining. Letoo praised her skills and mentioned how much the team looks forward to her first appearance on the channel.
As Burrows transitions into her new role at Citizen TV, viewers and the media industry are eager to see how she will influence Kenyan journalism. Her debut is highly anticipated and promises to bring a new yet familiar dynamic to the leading news station.
By Newsday